Unit 3 Math Test: Part B

4B math students will have the second part of  the unit 3 math test on Tuesday, December 18. It will cover long division, divisibility rules, factors, prime and composite numbers. Please use the study guide, unit 3 website links and homework assignments to prepare.

Unit 3 Math Test

The 4B Unit 3 math test will be divided into 2 sections. The first section will address the following skills; multiplication, area, perimeter and factors. Students will have this part of the test on Monday, December 10. Please use the study guide, unit 3 website links and homework assignments to prepare.

Unit 2 Math Test corrections

Your child's Unit 2 math test will be sent home today. If your child scored below 70%, he/she needs to make corrections on his/her test and turn it in by Wednesday, November 7. For each correction your child will earn a 1/2 point. This will help to boost their test grade. Please contact me if you have any questions.

4B Math Test

The Unit 2 math test will be on Wednesday, October 31.  Please use your study guide, previous homework assignments and Unit 2 website links to prepare.

Reminder

Parent/Teacher conferences are November 1 and November 5. If you are having trouble signing up for a conference please contact the office. Looking forward to meeting with you to discuss your child's progress.

Spelling Test

This week, we will not have our regular word study test. Instead we will have a test on spelling each Northeast State. The test will be on Friday, October 26.
Here is the spelling list for the Northeast States:

1. Maine
2. Vermont
3. New Hampshire
4. New York
5. Rhode Island
6. New Jersey
7. Pennsylvania
8. Maryland
9. Delaware
10. Connecticut
11. Massachusetts

Northeast Map Test

We've completed our study guide for the Northeast States. Hopefully your child has shared the test date with you. We will have a test on the NE states, capitals and abbreviations on Tuesday, October 30. Students can use his/her study guide and the geography link to prepare. Here's a suggested timeline:
Week 1: Learn the 11 NE states' location on the map
Week 2: Learn the 11 NE states' capital
Week 3: Learn the 11 NE states' abbreviation

4B Math Test Results

Your child's Unit 1 math test will be sent home today. If your child scored below 70%, he/she needs to make corrections on his/her test and turn it in on Monday. For each correction your child will earn a 1/2 point. This will help to boost their test grade. Please contact me if you have any questions.

4B Math Test

The Unit 1 math test will be on Thursday, October 4. Please use your study guide, previous homework assignments and Unit 1 website links to prepare. Also remember to turn in your extra credit slip on Thursday as well.

Lunch Book Club

Our first lunch book club will start this Wednesday. Please check out the link for more details.

Social Studies

On Friday, we reviewed the continents and oceans. We will have a quiz on Wednesday, September 19. Students can use his/her world map poster to prepare. Students, remember not to glue your continent/ocean flashcards onto the map. Just place them on the map so that you can practice over and over. You can also use the continent/ocean links that are located at the top of this website for extra practice.

Curriculum Night

Curriculum Night

September 12th, 2018   

Please attend one of these sessions to learn more about 4B. 

6:30 – 7:05 Session 1 Classroom Presentation

7:10 – 7:45 Session 2 Classroom Presentation

The following sessions will also be available for you to attend:

5:50 – 6:25 Session 1 Support Staff -LMC

ELL - MPR

PA - ROOM 234

SPECIALS - ROOM 118

6:30 – 7:05 Session 2 Support Staff -LMC

ELL--MPR

PA-ROOM 234

SPECIALS ROOM 118

SMILE

Picture Day is on Tuesday September 11th. Please make sure that your child brings his/her order form to school on that day. Order forms will be sent home soon.

Science

We will have a test on the scientific method on Wednesday, September 5. Please use your notes to study. You will have to list the steps in order and write a definition for each step. Remember:  Queen Helen Made Prune Rice Cookies!!

Chromebook Implementation

This is a reminder that we will have Al Davenport, Director of Instructional Technology at Owen on Thursday, August 23rd from 6:30-7:30 (in the LMC). He will be discussing digital citizenship and Chromebook implementation. There will also be the opportunity for you to see and sign the required permission slip for your child to receive his/her Chromebook.

WELCOME

Welcome Back!!  Thanks for visiting the 4B website. Throughout the school year continue to check 4B's Business for important resources and reminders.

Reminders for the Last Week of School

Tuesday, May 29- Field Day: Please dress appropriately. Wear gym shoes and bring a water bottle. It may be a good idea to apply sunscreen in the morning, we will be going outside at 9:30. We will have a picnic lunch outside, bring a small blanket or towel to sit on.

Wednesday, May 30- Kendall County Field Trip:  Dress appropriately for lots of walking. Students may wear water shoes or rain boots for the creek exploration. Students will need to bring a disposable lunch unless a school lunch was already ordered in advance.

Thursday, May 31- Chromebook Turn-in:  Students will need to bring his/her Chromebook to school. These items will be collected at the end of the day. Students will need to bring his/her Chromebook to school on full charge. We will be using them on Thursday. 
 
                                  Yearbook Signing:  Students will be able to get his/her yearbook signed by classmates and teachers. Don't forget to bring your yearbook and a pen.

West Spelling Test

Our next spelling test will be on Thursday, May 24.

1. Colorado

2. Washington

3. California

4. Idaho

5. Utah

6. Hawaii

7. Nevada

8. Alaska

9. Montana

10.  Oregon

11. Wyoming

Field Trip Reminder

Please remember that our field trip to Kendall County Forest Preserve is on Monday (5/21). Each student will need to bring a disposable lunch. If you selected a school lunch on the field trip form lunch will be provided for your child. Please check the weather and remind your child to dress appropriately. Students were told to wear swim shoes (closed toe) if they want to walk in the creek (optional).
 Have a good weekend!

4B Math Test

The Unit 7 math test will be on Tuesday, May 15. Please use your study guide and  previous homework assignments to prepare. Also remember to turn in your extra credit slip on Tuesday as well.

The West

 We've completed our study guide for the Western States. We will have a test on the Western states, capitals and abbreviations on Friday, May 25. Students can use his/her study guide and the geography link to prepare. Here's a suggested timeline:
Week 1: Learn the 11 West states' location on the map
Week 2: Learn the 11 West states' capital
Week 3: Learn the 11 West states' abbreviation

Spelling Test

We will not have our regular Word Study test this Friday, 4/20. Instead we will have a spelling test on the Midwest States.

1. North Dakota

2. South Dakota

3. Nebraska

4. Kansas

5. Minnesota

6. Iowa

7. Missouri

8. Wisconsin

9. Illinois

10. Michigan

11. Ohio

12. Indiana

4B Math Test

The Unit 6 math test will be on Thursday, April 19. Please use your study guide, previous homework assignments and Unit 6 website links to prepare. Also remember to turn in your extra credit slip on Thursday as well.

Midwest Test

 We've completed our study guide for the Midwest States. We will have a test on the MW states, capitals and abbreviations on Tuesday, April 24. Students can use his/her study guide and the geography link to prepare. Here's a suggested timeline:
Week 1: Learn the 12 MW states' location on the map
Week 2: Learn the 12 MW states' capital
Week 3: Learn the 12 MW states' abbreviation

Test Corrections

Students will receive their graded, unit 5 math test back on Thursday (3/22). Corrections will be due the next day, Friday, (3/23). Corrections are mandatory if the student receives a grade lower than a 70%. Remember to ask your student about his/her test.

4B Math Test

The Unit 5 math test will be on Wednesday, March 21. Please use your study guide, previous homework assignments and Unit 5 website links to prepare. Also remember to turn in your extra credit slip on Wednesday as well.

PARCC Testing

PARCC testing will begin on Monday, March 5.  I have posted a detailed schedule on this website for your convenience. Please make sure that your child comes to school well rested and prepared. Students will take the PARCC Test on his/her Chromebook. Please remind your child to come to school with his/her Chromebook fully charged. Several students do not have earbuds. Students will need a set of earbuds during PARCC testing. If your child does not have earbuds, please send a set to school on Monday, March 5th.
Thanks in advance for your help!

Research/Writing Projects

We are currently working on 2 research/writing projects in 4B. Hopefully your student has already shared that he/she is required to do a "President" research activity and has started to work on it as well.  Each student has received a packet that will guide him/her through this activity.  This activity will be completed entirely at home.  The "President" report is due on March 5.

In class, we are working on "Endangered Animal" reports. I will be guiding the students through this project and it will be completed at school. 

Open House

Open House will be on Wednesday, February 28, from 6:30-7:30. We are beginning to prepare for this event at school. Please help your child to bring in the following materials:

Dear Parent,

      Our 4th grade class is doing something special for Open House and we need the following items in order to complete the project:

o   A long-sleeved shirt (NO sweaters or v-necks)

o   A pair of long pants

o   7 very LARGE safety pins (2” long)

o   Some old newspaper that you no longer need.

These items should be clean, but not good dress clothes.  (Sweat pants, really don’t work very well.)

We must have these items by Friday, February, 23.

Items will be returned in their original condition after Open House.

                                                                               

Southeast States Spelling Test

Next week's spelling test will be on Monday, February 12th. It will be on the 12 Southeast States.


1. West Virginia
2. Virginia
3. South Carolina
4. Florida
5. Georgia
6. Tennessee
7. Louisiana
8. Alabama
9. Mississippi
10. Arkansas
11. Kentucky
12. North Carolina


*Remember to use capital letters!

Person I Admire Speech

Dear 4B Parents,

 

Next Tuesday (February 13th) students will be giving a speech about a person they admire.  It needs to be approximately 2 minutes in length.

 

Today I sent home information explaining the requirements..  I have also attached the links to our class website so that you can view the note and rubric electronically.

Although not required, they may use notecards as well as other visual aids while giving their speech.

 

Just wanted to give you all a heads up.  Thanks in advance for letting them practice in front of you at home.

 

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask.

Southeast Test

 We've completed our study guide for the Southeast States. We will have a test on the SE states, capitals and abbreviations on Tuesday, February 13. Students can use his/her study guide and the geography link to prepare. Here's a suggested timeline:
Week 1: Learn the 12 SE states' location on the map
Week 2: Learn the 12 SE states' capital
Week 3: Learn the 12 SE states' abbreviation

Lunch Book Club

If you are interested in the next Lunch Book Club, please sign up on the Lunch Book Club link.

Upcoming Tests

The Unit 4 math test will be on Thursday, February 1. Please use your study guide, previous homework assignments and Unit 4 website links to prepare. Also remember to turn in your extra credit slip on Thursday as well.


We're also finishing up our Rocks and Minerals unit in science. We will have a test on rocks and minerals on Friday, February 2.

4B Math Students

This is a reminder for 4B math students. Test corrections for the Unit 3 Math Test are due on or by Wednesday, January 10.